Torque tube bearing Race
 

Hi,
I cleaned up the NOS torque tube race I purchased and it has lots of pitting. My original has wear groves where the bearing cage rides. Which on is better to use or should I find a better one?
This is a late 32 tube with no center bearing.

Re: Torque tube bearing Race
 

NOS or not throw it out and buy a new one. JMO.

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Don't gamble using a bad race even if it's supposedly NOS. Buy a new race and a new FORD made bearing with grease seal.
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=83166

Be sure and read this thread:
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showt...e+bearing+seal

Re: Torque tube bearing Race
 

It doesn't take much of pit to make noise. It's amazing how loud little pits can be. It's too much work not to do it right the first time.

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I need to find a new race, thank you.

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Duke: Contact Mr. VanPelt.
http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/r...prices-pg2.htm

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Are the model A ones the same as V8?

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Yes

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My experience with non oem ones is not good. JMHO

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I have the same concern, I am looking it my parts stash to see if any torque tubes have a good oem unit

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Just pulled this out of another tube, no groves, not sure if the difference in color is wear?

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If possible, install each bearing you have in the tube and measure the ID of each.
Post #13 in thread below shows how to make a sleeve remover out of PVC pipe.
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showt...e+bearing+seal

Re: Torque tube bearing Race